Issue Beyond Classifications

Summary

Beyond Classifications asks whether new economic classifications could unlock progress. Dynamic metrics would replace the traditional country categories based on development and income levels. The change is expected to drive greater global cooperation and more effective trade flows. It would also encourage innovation aligned with shared global goals and allow progress to move beyond reliance on financial aid. Linked to the Future Humanity megatrend and relying on AI, distributed ledgers and real-time analytics, its keywords include looking beyond GDP, inclusive growth, least developed countries, progress and sustainable growth.